Scent of a Woman (1974)
Kernel Score: 84% · 258 ratings · Rated R
Genres: Comedy, Drama
Released: 1974-12-20
Runtime: 103 minutes
Where to watch Scent of a Woman
- Rent: Prime Video
- Buy: Prime Video
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
An army cadet accompanies an irascible, blind captain on a week-long trip from Turin to Naples.
Scent of a Woman parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that Scent of a Woman (1974) is an R-rated drama involving a blind army veteran, a gun, and a suicide pact.
- Violence & scariness: Moderate — The plot involves a gun and a suicide pact between the two lead characters.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official R rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Cast
- Vittorio Gassman as Fausto Consolo
- Alessandro Momo as Giovanni Bertazzi, aka Ciccio
- Agostina Belli as Sara
- Moira Orfei as Mirka
- Franco Ricci as Giacomino
- Elena Veronese as Michelina
- Lorenzo Piani
- Stefania Spugnini as Candida
- Torindo Bernardi as Vincenzo
- Marisa Volonnino as Ines
Scent of a Woman FAQ
Is Scent of a Woman good?
Scent of a Woman has an 84% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 258 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Scent of a Woman?
In the US you can rent it from Prime Video.
Is Scent of a Woman OK for kids?
Scent of a Woman is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that Scent of a Woman (1974) is an R-rated drama involving a blind army veteran, a gun, and a suicide pact.
What movies are like Scent of a Woman?
If you liked Scent of a Woman, try Shoeshine, Boys Cry, Sorry for the Delay and Scent of a Woman.